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The National Archives Museum said today that it will open its new flagship exhibition, The American Story, on Friday 21 November to celebrate America’s semi-quincentennial. [The 250th anniversary of the United States Declaration of Independence – AutoCrat] The American Story brings more than two million historic records to life.
“The American Story is boldly presented in this exciting new exhibition that blends 250 years of history with the latest technologies to create a one-of-a-kind museum experience. Millions of records in the National Archives shine light on America’s exceptional people – from the founding to present day – now digitized and waiting to be explored. We encourage visitors from across the United States and around the world to add this new museum to their Washington, DC itineraries and experience The American Story,” said Jim Byron, Senior Advisor to the Archivist of the United States.
“The American Story immerses guests in an interactive exploration of the people, ideas, and events that shaped 250 years of U.S. history through nine captivating galleries that spotlight categories of records in the National Archives. After selecting the topics of interest through AI-driven portals, visitors will be presented with historical content tailored to their individual interests that they can later revisit online,” said Byron.
The American Story at a Glance, so to speak
The exhibit has several dozen historic, original artifacts, documents, patents, and film slips, including:
- George Washington’s annotated draft Constitution.
- The Louisiana Purchase Treaty.
- Notable patents, including Thomas Edison’s lightbulb, Barbie, and Yoda from Star Wars.
- Declassified records from the Cuban Missile Crisis and UFO sightings.
- The first government sponsored film capturing the Wright Brothers’ test flight.
- State gifts to Presidents, including horseshoes gifted by Queen Elizabeth II to President George H.W. Bush.
Immediately adjacent to the museum galleries is a Discovery Center, with arcade games and a classroom with hands-on civics education activities for children and families. The American Story and Discovery Center are part of an extensive $40 million renovation, marking the first major transformation of the National Archives Museum in two decades. Learn more about the holdings of the National Archives at archives.gov.
“We are proud to support a groundbreaking exhibit that harnesses innovative technology to bring history to life for the American public and generations to come,” said Patrick M. Madden, Executive Director of the National Archives Foundation. “Thanks to the support of the U.S. Congress and generous contributions of many donors to the National Archives Foundation, this public-private partnership lifts our nation’s story to new and compelling heights.” Learn more at archivesfoundation.org.
About Ken Zino
Ken Zino, editor and publisher of AutoInformed, is a versatile auto industry participant with global experience spanning decades in print and broadcast journalism, as well as social media. He has automobile testing, marketing, public relations and communications experience. He is past president of The International Motor Press Assn, the Detroit Press Club, founding member and first President of the Automotive Press Assn. He is a member of APA, IMPA and the Midwest Automotive Press Assn.
He also brings an historical perspective while citing their contemporary relevance of the work of legendary auto writers such as Ken Purdy, Jim Dunne or Jerry Flint, or writers such as Red Smith, Mark Twain, Thomas Jefferson – all to bring perspective to a chaotic automotive universe.
Above all, decades after he first drove a car, Zino still revels in the sound of the exhaust as the throttle is blipped during a downshift and the driver’s rush that occurs when the entry, apex and exit points of a turn are smoothly and swiftly crossed. It’s the beginning of a perfect lap.
AutoInformed has an editorial philosophy that loves transportation machines of all kinds while promoting critical thinking about the future use of cars and trucks.
Zino builds AutoInformed from his background in automotive journalism starting at Hearst Publishing in New York City on Motor and MotorTech Magazines and car testing where he reviewed hundreds of vehicles in his decade-long stint as the Detroit Bureau Chief of Road & Track magazine. Zino has also worked in Europe, and Asia – now the largest automotive market in the world with China at its center.
The American Story Debuts at National Archives Museum
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The National Archives Museum said today that it will open its new flagship exhibition, The American Story, on Friday 21 November to celebrate America’s semi-quincentennial. [The 250th anniversary of the United States Declaration of Independence – AutoCrat] The American Story brings more than two million historic records to life.
“The American Story is boldly presented in this exciting new exhibition that blends 250 years of history with the latest technologies to create a one-of-a-kind museum experience. Millions of records in the National Archives shine light on America’s exceptional people – from the founding to present day – now digitized and waiting to be explored. We encourage visitors from across the United States and around the world to add this new museum to their Washington, DC itineraries and experience The American Story,” said Jim Byron, Senior Advisor to the Archivist of the United States.
“The American Story immerses guests in an interactive exploration of the people, ideas, and events that shaped 250 years of U.S. history through nine captivating galleries that spotlight categories of records in the National Archives. After selecting the topics of interest through AI-driven portals, visitors will be presented with historical content tailored to their individual interests that they can later revisit online,” said Byron.
The American Story at a Glance, so to speak
The exhibit has several dozen historic, original artifacts, documents, patents, and film slips, including:
Immediately adjacent to the museum galleries is a Discovery Center, with arcade games and a classroom with hands-on civics education activities for children and families. The American Story and Discovery Center are part of an extensive $40 million renovation, marking the first major transformation of the National Archives Museum in two decades. Learn more about the holdings of the National Archives at archives.gov.
“We are proud to support a groundbreaking exhibit that harnesses innovative technology to bring history to life for the American public and generations to come,” said Patrick M. Madden, Executive Director of the National Archives Foundation. “Thanks to the support of the U.S. Congress and generous contributions of many donors to the National Archives Foundation, this public-private partnership lifts our nation’s story to new and compelling heights.” Learn more at archivesfoundation.org.
About Ken Zino
Ken Zino, editor and publisher of AutoInformed, is a versatile auto industry participant with global experience spanning decades in print and broadcast journalism, as well as social media. He has automobile testing, marketing, public relations and communications experience. He is past president of The International Motor Press Assn, the Detroit Press Club, founding member and first President of the Automotive Press Assn. He is a member of APA, IMPA and the Midwest Automotive Press Assn. He also brings an historical perspective while citing their contemporary relevance of the work of legendary auto writers such as Ken Purdy, Jim Dunne or Jerry Flint, or writers such as Red Smith, Mark Twain, Thomas Jefferson – all to bring perspective to a chaotic automotive universe. Above all, decades after he first drove a car, Zino still revels in the sound of the exhaust as the throttle is blipped during a downshift and the driver’s rush that occurs when the entry, apex and exit points of a turn are smoothly and swiftly crossed. It’s the beginning of a perfect lap. AutoInformed has an editorial philosophy that loves transportation machines of all kinds while promoting critical thinking about the future use of cars and trucks. Zino builds AutoInformed from his background in automotive journalism starting at Hearst Publishing in New York City on Motor and MotorTech Magazines and car testing where he reviewed hundreds of vehicles in his decade-long stint as the Detroit Bureau Chief of Road & Track magazine. Zino has also worked in Europe, and Asia – now the largest automotive market in the world with China at its center.